There has been significant discourse on the future of work and the trends that will impact the workplace by both employers and HR leaders. The way our society worked and interacted experienced considerable change due to the spread of COVID-19. Now organizations are considering what decisions and changes need to be made today to prepare for the future of work.
What is HR? That’s the question that is on our minds this month, and a topic of great debate lately. What exactly does an HR professional do? What is the role of HR in an organization? It has definitely evolved and we’re here to help unravel it a little for you.
Every Women’s History Month, companies recognize the infinite accomplishments and contributions women have made to our society. But many organizations fail to acknowledge and show their appreciation for the contributions of women in their workplaces today.
As your organization continues its efforts to achieve diversity and inclusion in your workplace, how are you tracking the success of your Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion initiatives? How do you know your business is making a real impact instead of simply checking a box?
While Black History Month is dedicated to amplifying Black voices and highlighting Black leaders, it’s also a valuable opportunity to consider how we are supporting Black people beyond the month of February. Are we listening to our Black employees? Have we created an inclusive culture? Are we addressing the challenges Black Canadians experience in the workplace?
With the beginning of COVID-19, the shift to hybrid workplaces, and The Great Resignation, mentorship and professional development has become an even higher priority for employers.
Read MoreHere I am at the end of the year thinking about the world we are currently navigating. It is so easy to go to the doom and gloom but I choose not to. I choose to focus on the fact that I’m still here. I’m still healthy. I’m still living.
Read MoreDecember is Universal Human Rights Month. Ensuring that employees have human rights at work is the heart of human resources and helping employees to live well.
Read MoreRaising diabetes awareness is one thing, but understanding the experiences of those living with diabetes is another. This month we interviewed Life Works Well’s very own Arshad Abbasi about his experience living with Type 2 diabetes.
Read MoreLife works well in your organization when you give employees the chance to be who they are unapologetically. Being an Equal Opportunity Employer creates a space for growth for everyone regardless of if they have a disability.
Read MoreOctober is National Disability Employment Awareness Month and this month we share some of the ways your organization can support people with disabilities so they can excel.
Read MoreHybrid work might seem like a brave new concept, but there is no reason to fear it. The hybrid work model offers many advantages for your employees along with the added flexibility to choose to work in the office or remotely.
Read MoreRemote work became a daily practice for a number of employees when the pandemic started, but with the idea of returning to the office becoming more of a reality, the hybrid model of work might just be the new normal.
Read MoreWhile caregivers devote their time to help their loved ones, partners, friends and neighbours, there are a few things you might not have known about being a caregiver in Canada.
Read MoreThe word “caregiver” in the workplace should not be taboo. This month we focus on what your organization can do to assist employees who are also caregivers.
Read MoreMany seek guidance from mentors to help them reach their goals, but as a mentee, there are a few things you should keep an eye out for when choosing the right mentor.
Read MoreYour organization should aim to be a safe and inclusive space, and that includes showing continuous support for those who identify as a part of the LGBTQ2S+ community.
Read MoreJune is National Indigenous History Month, but the fight to create equality and right the wrongs of the past is a constant one.
Read MoreGood mental health is important to a healthy lifestyle, so taking care of your mental health should always be a top priority in your life. This Mental Health Awareness Month, we offer you some steps that you can take to help raise awareness on mental health in your work and personal life.
Read MoreWhile May is Asian Heritage Month, anti-Asian racism still exists. This month, join the conversation on how to be an ally and stand in solidarity with the Asian community through these trying times.
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